This webinar on workers’ compensation in the trucking industry revealed that the average claim costs approximately $34,000, with most injuries occurring outside of crashes. The discussion highlighted that new employees face higher injury risks in their first year, while older workers typically have more expensive claims due to longer healing times. Safety initiatives were emphasized as crucial for company profitability, especially given that indirect costs often exceed direct insurance expenses. The webinar concluded by stressing that proper training and injury prevention programs are essential tools for reducing workers’ compensation claims and improving a company’s bottom line.